Macro/Micro-Manipulation:Taking inspiration from the structures and control of the gecko’s foot, we create arrays of angled elastomeric microposts. Then, we isolate a single micropost and through pressing and dragging we use it to pick-and-place microscale parts.

Jumping-Gliding Robot: Performance and adaptability in unstructured environments is a significant challenge for robotic systems however; there are systems capable of operation in unstructured environments namely biological systems. Even though technology does not allow for replication, with the correct level of abstraction these systems can inspired design strategies which can improve the performance of robotic systems.